Classic Vietnam Cultural Tour
CST-2710-CV-VIETNAM
PRICES START FROM ONLY £1399
WE HAVE DIFFERENT DEPARTURE DATES ON REQUEST
Overview
Classic Vietnam gives you the opportunity to learn about this interesting culture, visit the most important cities, historic sites and even go on a cruise. This 12 days cultural tour focuses on the main sights of Vietnam. It has a long history, interesting culture and magnificent landscape. During Classic Vietnam tour, you’ll overnight in Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Phong Nha National Park, Hoi An, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City. Most importantly, the sightseeing tours in these cities give you the chance to see historic sites, including Hanoi’s Temple of Literature, built in 1070, and One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049. On the other hand, you will see the Japanese Covered Bridge or Thien Mu Pagoda from Hoi An. After that, you won’t miss the Forbidden Purple City from Hue, the emperor’s residence constructed in 1804.
During your visit to Ho Chi Minh City, your Classic Vietnam Cultural Tour includes the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi region. Here you’ll have a chance to enter and explore the deep, narrow tunnels constructed by the Viet Cong during the war. Above all, maybe the best part of this tour is the cruise on Ha Long Bay. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers some of the world’s most wonderful views. The cruise will take you nearby small islands, beaches, caves and even floating villages.
In Phong Nha National Park, a boat ride on the Son River takes you to Phong Nha Cave. Certainly, you’ll also enjoy a cruise in Hoi An on the Thu Bon River, where you’ll see beautiful countryside. For the full itinerary please read below. From historic sites to amazing landscapes, this Classic Vietnam tour is made for the value-minded travelers looking for a holiday of a lifetime.
This can be a great and unforgettable holiday in Vietnam!
CLASSIC VIETNAM ITINERARY
Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam
Welcome to Vietnam’s capital city, an attractive, laidback city with charming French-Colonial- style buildings.
Day 2: Sightseeing tour in Hanoi
Today’s included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city’s highlights, including the Temple of Literature, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and One Pillar Pagoda, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. This evening, enjoy a performance of Hanoi’s famed Water Puppets. You have Breakfast and Dinner included on this day.
Day 3: Day cruise in Halong Bay
Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s favourite destinations, and board your Day Cruise through the stunning bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail through the dramatic limestone islands, then explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and visit Titov Island. You have Breakfast and Lunch included on this day.
Day 4: Phong Nha and Ke Bang National Park
Return to Hanoi this morning and fly to Dong Hoi. From here, journey inland to remarkable Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO park littered with beautiful jungles, caves, and underground rivers. Your lodging tonight is a charming farm stay at the base of park. You have Breakfast and Dinner included on this day.
Day 5: Phong Nha and Ke Bang National Park
Start your day with a Boat Ride on the Son River to Phong Nha Cave. It is famous for its rock formations with names like the “Lion” and the “Buddha.” Spend the afternoon at your leisure and enjoy the activities at your hotel. You have Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included on this day.
Day 6: Ke Bang National Park to Hue
Today we drive you to Hue, stopping at the DMZ bridge en route. Upon arrival in the imperial walled city of Hue, you’ll visit the Forbidden Purple City, a copy of the famous Beijing’s Forbidden City. During your visit, you will see Thai Hoa Palace, the Halls of the Mandarins, and the Nine Dynastic Urns. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 7: Hue to Hoi An
Begin this beautiful day with a visit to pretty Thien Mu Pagoda, made up of seven tiers, each dedicated to a step assumed by Buddha to reach enlightenment. We continue the visit up the river to the Imperial Tomb of Minh Mang. This majestic complex of courtyards, pavilions and temples is located in a beautiful setting. After that, we head south through spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) and visit the Cham Musem, then continue to the charming town of Hoi An. You have Breakfast and Lunch included on this day.
Day 8: Hoi An
Start today with an unforgettable cruise on the Thu Bon River, passing remote countryside. After that, a leisurely Walking Tour through Hoi An Ancient Town, brings you to the Japanese Covered Bridge. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 9: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
Today enjoy your morning at leisure after breakfast. In the afternoon, fly to Ho Chi Minh City, which is Vietnam’s largest and most vibrant city, packed with timeless traditions. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City
Your today’s tour takes you on Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping thoroughfare, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. After that, visit the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum, but also the Chinese district. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 11: Cu Chi Tunnels at Ho Chi Minh City
Today, start with a day visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles long. This was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. Here you get to see secret trapdoors, underground kitchens, living areas, and meeting rooms. If you are feeling adventurous, you may enter and explore the deep, narrow tunnels. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL LOCATION
Vietnam
Flights are not included in the price,
but we can arrange departures from any International Airport
DATES CAN BE ARRANGED
WHAT IS INCLUDED
11 nights accommodation in hotels
11 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Tours in Hanoi: Visit the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda; water puppets performance
Tours in Ha Long Bay: Day cruise on the bay
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park: Boat ride on Son River, visit Phong Nha Cave
Hue: Visit the Forbidden Purple City, Imperial Tomb of Minh Mang, Thien Mu Pagoda
Tours in Hoi An: Cruise on Thu Bon River; walking tour through Hoi An Ancient Town
Tours in Ho Chi Minh City: Visit the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, and Cu Chi Tunnels
Service of a local representative and guide
Service charges
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Return Flight and airport taxes (on request)
Transfers (on request)
Visas if needed, passport and other activities not mentioned
Tips, travel Insurance and other insurances
Room, flight or transfer upgrades
Any other fees not mentioned
LOCATION
HOTELS in CLASSIC VIETNAM TOUR
Ho Chi Minh City – Paragon Saigon Hotel 4*
IMPORTANT INFO
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Day 1: Welcome to Vietnam
Welcome to Vietnam’s capital city, an attractive, laidback city with charming French-Colonial- style buildings.
Day 2: Sightseeing tour in Hanoi
Today’s included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city’s highlights, including the Temple of Literature, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and One Pillar Pagoda, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. This evening, enjoy a performance of Hanoi’s famed Water Puppets. You have Breakfast and Dinner included on this day.
Day 3: Day cruise in Halong Bay
Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s favourite destinations, and board your Day Cruise through the stunning bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail through the dramatic limestone islands, then explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and visit Titov Island. You have Breakfast and Lunch included on this day.
Day 4: Phong Nha and Ke Bang National Park
Return to Hanoi this morning and fly to Dong Hoi. From here, journey inland to remarkable Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO park littered with beautiful jungles, caves, and underground rivers. Your lodging tonight is a charming farm stay at the base of park. You have Breakfast and Dinner included on this day.
Day 5: Phong Nha and Ke Bang National Park
Start your day with a Boat Ride on the Son River to Phong Nha Cave. It is famous for its rock formations with names like the “Lion” and the “Buddha.” Spend the afternoon at your leisure and enjoy the activities at your hotel. You have Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included on this day.
Day 6: Ke Bang National Park to Hue
Today we drive you to Hue, stopping at the DMZ bridge en route. Upon arrival in the imperial walled city of Hue, you’ll visit the Forbidden Purple City, a copy of the famous Beijing’s Forbidden City. During your visit, you will see Thai Hoa Palace, the Halls of the Mandarins, and the Nine Dynastic Urns. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 7: Hue to Hoi An
Begin this beautiful day with a visit to pretty Thien Mu Pagoda, made up of seven tiers, each dedicated to a step assumed by Buddha to reach enlightenment. We continue the visit up the river to the Imperial Tomb of Minh Mang. This majestic complex of courtyards, pavilions and temples is located in a beautiful setting. After that, we head south through spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) and visit the Cham Musem, then continue to the charming town of Hoi An. You have Breakfast and Lunch included on this day.
Day 8: Hoi An
Start today with an unforgettable cruise on the Thu Bon River, passing remote countryside. After that, a leisurely Walking Tour through Hoi An Ancient Town, brings you to the Japanese Covered Bridge. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 9: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
Today enjoy your morning at leisure after breakfast. In the afternoon, fly to Ho Chi Minh City, which is Vietnam’s largest and most vibrant city, packed with timeless traditions. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City
Your today’s tour takes you on Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping thoroughfare, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. After that, visit the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum, but also the Chinese district. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 11: Cu Chi Tunnels at Ho Chi Minh City
Today, start with a day visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles long. This was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. Here you get to see secret trapdoors, underground kitchens, living areas, and meeting rooms. If you are feeling adventurous, you may enter and explore the deep, narrow tunnels. You have Breakfast included on this day.
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
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